What is Part A of the Building Regulations?

Summary. Approved Document A contains design standards and guidance for the structural stability and safety of all buildings and provides direction on how not to affect the structural integrity of other buildings.

What is a fire strategy plan?

A fire strategy is a complex document specifically tailored to a building, reviewing all aspects of the building’s fire safety features including construction, compartmentation strategy, means of escape and other fire safety features/measures – including management arrangements in place to ensure it is fit for use for …

When were approved documents introduced?

The first set of national building standards was introduced in 1965. The ‘building regulations’ established standards that had to be achieved in the construction of buildings. The ‘approved documents’ provide guidance for how the building regulations can be satisfied in common building situations.

Is there a time limit on building regulations?

A Building Regulation application is valid for three years from the date of deposit. If you have started the works within the three years, there is no time limit to finish. however the onus is on the owner to ensure regular visits to check progress are being requested. When can I start work on my proposals?

Who is responsible for applying for building regulations?

Meeting the requirements of the building regulations is the responsibility of the person carrying out the building work and, if they are not the same person, the owner of the building.

What are the building control regulations of 2014?

S.I. No. 9/2014 – Building Control (Amendment) Regulations 2014. S.I. No. 9/2014 – Building Control (Amendment) Regulations 2014. 1. Citation Page 3 2. Commencement Page 3 3. Interpretation generally Page 3 4. Amendment of Article 5 (4) of the Principal Regulations Page 3 5. Insertion of Article 6A to the Principal Regulations Page 4 6.

How big is part B of fire safety?

This version does not incorporate the changes made as a result of the Building Regulations 2010. Approved Document B – Fire Safety (2000 Edition – incorporating the 2002 European amendments) (PDF 9771 Kb)

When does the new building regulations come into effect?

This volume of this approved document supports requirements B1 to B5 of Schedule 1 to the Building Regulations 2010 as well as regulations 6 (3), 7 (2) and 38. It takes effect on 30 August 2019 for use in England.

What was added to Approved Document B 2018?

Added 2018 amendment to Approved Document B (fire safety) volume 2: buildings other than dwellinghouses – amendments to statutory guidance covering fire safety matters within and around buildings in England. First published.